For external use only.
Paediatric population
An audit of children attending a paediatric dermatology clinic recorded the proportion of immediate cutaneous reactions to emollients (defined as one or more of burning, stinging, itching and redness developing within 20 minutes of application). Aqueous cream was the emollient used by most (71%), which was associated with an immediate cutaneous reaction in 56% of exposures, compared with 18% with other emollients used (details of the other emollients were not reported; n = 100).
Fire Safety Warning
Instruct patients not to smoke or go near naked flames – risk of severe burns. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc.) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not totally remove it.
Slip Hazard Warning
This product can make skin and surfaces slippery after use. As a result, patients should be advised to take care following use, especially when entering or leaving the bath/shower.
Excipient Warnings
• Aqueous cream contains sodium lauryl sulphate which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. stinging and contact dermatitis), particularly in children with atopic eczema.
• Contains cetostearyl alcohol which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis)
• Do not use this medicine if you have an allergy to phenoxyethanol or any other ingredient